Managing and supporting research on acute kidney injury
Official title: Administrative Core
Funded at University of Alabama at Birmingham · NIH-10915655 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is all about improving research on acute kidney injury (AKI) by bringing together scientists, providing support, and training future doctors, which could lead to better treatments and understanding of the condition for patients like you.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Alabama at Birmingham NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Birmingham, United States) |
| Project start | September 1, 2023 |
| Project end | June 30, 2028 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $180,500 |
| NIH project number | 5U54DK137307-02 |
| Project ID | NIH-10915655 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for participation or benefit are individuals at risk for or affected by acute kidney injury.
✕Less likely to help
Patients with chronic kidney disease or those not at risk for acute kidney injury may not receive direct benefits from this research.
What this research studies
This project focuses on the administration and coordination of the UAB-UCSD O’Brien Center for Acute Kidney Injury (AKI). It aims to enhance the effectiveness and efficiency of research efforts related to AKI by providing logistical, financial, and scientific oversight. The center will also promote collaboration among researchers, foster diversity in the field, and offer training opportunities for medical students interested in kidney research. Patients may benefit from improved research outcomes and increased awareness of AKI.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to better understanding and treatment options for acute kidney injury.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research initiatives focused on acute kidney injury have shown promise in improving patient outcomes and understanding the condition.
Where this research is happening
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University of Alabama at Birmingham
Birmingham, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Agarwal, Anupam — University of Alabama at Birmingham
- Study coordinator: Agarwal, Anupam
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page.